I really like defying expectations. I’m a really big nerd (anyone who’s talked to me for more than 15 minutes can testify to this), and I’m proud of it, but I also like that I don’t look like a stereotypical nerd. So I’m adjusting to wearing glasses, to having a traditionally “nerdy” accessory.

These cookies are kind of like that. At first glance, just chocolate cookies. But then you take a bite, and there’s the incredible salty-sweet flavor and the hidden toffee bits. And, at a second glance, the sprinkling of fleur de sel heightening the chocolate (please use the best quality you can) has been sparkling on the surface of the cookie all along. Salt and sugar, surprisingly complementary flavors… it’s exactly what this blog is all about.

just made these to go with a dinner im sending over to friends who just had a baby…oh my–these are divine!i did add some cocoa powder to the flour mix and a lil rum extract to the choc mix…my new fave thanks

I stumbled across this recipe a couple years ago, and these cookies quickly became a favorite with friends and family. It’s somehow been over a year since I made them last, but with fall here, I’m firing up the oven and baking again. Can’t wait to devour (I mean share) all of these cookies!